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What is your best travel tip? (kbin.social)
submitted 3 years ago by to c/AskKbin@kbin.social
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Mine is: try to avoid checking bags if possible. It makes air travel so much quicker & smoother.

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[–] 5 points 3 years ago* (3 children)

Always ask if they can give you a free upgrade. I've been given one a couple of times because I've always asked politely, and explained that I cramp easily in narrow seats. Sometimes I'll get a "I'll see what I can do" and if the plane is not completely booked, I might be given a seat with extra leg space, economy plus, or even business class.

I used to fly between Japan and America constantly, and I've been given a business upgrade twice simply by asking. I seem to have the most success with Delta and ANA.

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  • [–] 3 points 3 years ago

    Always ask for an upgrade, especially if you're above base level on their rewards scheme. I got heaps of Emirates upgrades to BC doing this. Also, I once had my seat double booked on an a380, was a great economy with good leg room. If this happens, and the plane is at full capacity, don't fight for your seat. Arrived at seat, taken, check boarding passes, double booked. I told the lady to keep the seat, called a flight attendant over to sort it out, BC upgrade right in front of her!

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